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Stesicorea Palace

Piazza Stesicoro 56, 95131 Catania, Sicily Italy
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#32 of 63 hotels in Catania
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Finding an ideal hotel in Catania does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Stesicorea Palace, a nice option for travellers like you.

For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Catania, Stesicorea Palace is located a short distance from Chiesa San Benedetto (0.2 mi) and Piazza Università (0.2 mi).

Rooms at Stesicorea Palace provide a flat screen TV, a minibar, and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi.

In addition, while staying at Stesicorea Palace guests have access to 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and baggage storage. You can also enjoy free breakfast. Need a place to park? Parking is available at Stesicorea Palace.

During your visit, be sure to check out a popular Catania tapas restaurant such as Uzeta Bistro Siciliano, which is a short distance from Stesicorea Palace.

If you’re looking for something to do, Monastero dei Benedettini (0.5 mi) and Piazza Duomo (0.3 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Stesicorea Palace.

Stesicorea Palace looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Catania.

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Property amenities
Valet parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Babysitting
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Shuttle bus service
Baggage storage
Wifi
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Car hire
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
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Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Telephone
Flatscreen TV
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Complimentary toiletries
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Italian
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Monica S wrote a review Oct 2023
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Our room was clean and tidy. Bed was comfy. We had refrigerator, TV, and a great wi-fi. The shower was beautiful with shower gels, shampoos and neat towels. Staff is super friendly, very helpful and nice. Excellent Service! Hotel exactly in the centre. Walking distance to all attractions. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gustavo B wrote a review Jun 2023
Rio de Janeiro, RJ5 contributions2 helpful votes
The place smells like the food downstairs. So the room smelled like kebab. The staff was quite nice, it is just a shame that there was no ISO standard compliance whatsoever. The piazza in front of the hotel had mounting trash, but that’s not the hotels fault.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Anti allergic, a lot of dust
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lizzy k wrote a review May 2022
Sydney, Australia12 contributions
Surprisingly great location, yes it has character and the room we has had 1 queen and 2 single. Very clean, crisp linen and towels. High ceilings Very spacious, a balcony with the view of the PLAZA. I love the buzz of the people and cars below as I felt very European. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants, definitely need a car to Mt Etna but you can see it from 10mt from the hotel. The host with a beautiful name Archangle was extremely welcoming and friendly. Although this building looks old but so is Catania so there is no lifts but the walk up was ok.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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DVB311 wrote a review Jan 2020
Piraeus Region, Greece132 contributions63 helpful votes
I wouldn't recommend staying at this hotel more than a couple of days and only if you are on a tight budget. It is dirty and smelly. On one of the days during our stay, the whole room smelled like a sewer. More strangely, there was a hatch in the wall, which was boarded up with thin plywood. There is dust and dirt everywhere! The bathroom is unclean and one of the (fresh) towels had pubic hair on it... They don't change the towels or refresh the toilet paper and there are NO toiletries. The beds and pillows are uncomfortable and the blankets dirty. Although the building is old and outdated, I think the biggest problem of this hotel is it's TOTAL lack of cleanliness. On the plus side, it is very central and the stuff is really helpful and kind.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip: The rooms at the back are quieter.
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Dave_travel_reviews wrote a review Sept 2019
Birkirkara, Malta115 contributions10 helpful votes
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The hotel is in Piazza Stesicoro, very central in Catania. When you get there you see a small door, hardly noticeable. Behind it, 2 floors of stairs, which lead you to the reception. The staff were very, very friendly. Stressing on the "very" because they go out of their way to be helpful. When we got there, we realised that parking is a nightmare, so we called and asked whether there's anywhere we can leave the car to drop the suitcases. The receptionist immediately told us that she'll come down to help and they came down and took our suitcases. They also gave us pointers on where to park and directed us towards a paid and guarded carpark in the area. When we checked in, they gave us room for four, which was actually a flatlet with 2 bedrooms, shower & toilet, kitchenette and dining table. This was also air-conditioned. The only reason that I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is that the hotel itself requires some TLC. Otherwise everything is perfect (staff, location, amenities, etc...) -------------- Some additional notes for potential travellers. There is a McDonald's just below the hotel that stays open till midnight. A restaurant that is very popular is also around 20 metres (1 minute walk) away from the hotel - Trattoria del Cavaliere. It has very good prices and genuine food. Cover charge of €1 per person. Round the other corner there is Via Etnea which leads to the Cathedral at one end and to the public garden at the other end.
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Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Matt H wrote a review May 2019
Froxfield, United Kingdom70 contributions31 helpful votes
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So we booked this place via BA Holidays, and arrived late on a Sunday evening. We were shown to a room right next to the reception area marked with "PRIVATE" on the door, which had no external view from the window at the back, as it was totally "frosted" (like bathroom glass, etc). The bathroom was tiny, there was a noisy fridge in the room, and most strangely there was a hatch in the wall, which was boarded up with thin plywood. Reception was just the other side of this, and all night we could hear every tiny squeak, whisper, step, and conversation in the reception area. We asked to be moved for the next night, and we were, to a room at the far end of the hallway (marked simply "B" while all the other rooms had numbers), right in the corner of the building. It was quite shabby, and while we readied ourselves for that night we decided to call it quits and booked elsewhere for the rest of our holiday, having found a much nicer place online through Trip Advisor. I wish we'd checked Trip Advisor first before booking this place through BA. We have let them know about our issues here. It's a place which is fine for a night or two if you're on a tight budget, and just need a bed & basic bathroom, but it's certainly not "palacial" as the name suggests, and not a place I would recommend. It's more like a glorified hostel.
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Robyn31r wrote a review Oct 2017
London, United Kingdom2 contributions2 helpful votes
we just stayed there the 1 night, after being in a really bad place. Really helpful, excellent service, very helpful staff they go out of their way to assist, speak really good English. Walking distance to a lot of the attractions.
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Date of stay: October 2017
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Room Tip: All the rooms are lovely but try and get one at the back of the hotel
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HarTeeuw wrote a review Aug 2017
Amsterdam, The Netherlands335 contributions69 helpful votes
Now here is a place right in the centre of Catania.... the rooms are old... yes, it has a charm too but.... it just needs an uplift. Bathroom with shower... the shower wall is just cracking and old... air conditioner sometimes stops working if the net is over used... and when you come in there is a pretty steep staircase to climb... I did not book this place myself ... But.... the very positive thing about this hotel is its staff... they are just wonderful!!!
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Date of stay: August 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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huzzmundo wrote a review May 2017
Leicester, United Kingdom2050 contributions359 helpful votes
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Went to the Stesicorea Palace with friends after spending a few days in Malta, we decided to go Sicily. I researched several hotels, and this hotel suited our budget but most importantly we wanted to stay in a central location and the location is perfect, right in the heart of the city. I booked a room for myself and my two friends booked a room to share. We caught the bus from the airport to the centre and managed to walk and find the hotel after asking a few people where it was and remembering to look out for a McDonalds as it was next door. We got to the hotel. We were faced with quite a few steps which we didn't mind. The guy at reception was so friendly and helpful, once he even walked outside the hotel with us to show us where the bus stop was for going back to the airport! The hotel is very small, which was nice. The room was fine, big bed, nice room, bathroom was fine. For the price we paid, we were in no position to complain like others have as we only wanted to sleep in the hotel, and as we were only staying for 2 nights, we wanted to explore and not stay in the room. The room had a tv, hairdryer, big cupboards and other amenities which was nice. The breakfast was a nice selection, the ladies didn't speak English but were friendly enough. The cakes were lovely. Basic but perfect for a start of the day. I was not expecting a 5 star lavish breakfast. would definitely recommend staying at the hotel and would definitely stay again if I was in Sicily. I wouldn't call it a palace but wouldn't call it a hostel either. A nice hotel which was great value and enjoyed it more than the 4 star hotel we stayed in Malta!
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Date of stay: December 2016
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l_mladenova wrote a review Apr 2017
Sofia, Bulgaria1 contribution
noisy room because of the cleaning of the streets very early in the morning- every morning but excllent location ,very frendly people good for thiis price good breakfast, good conection with travel agencies for excursions
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Date of stay: March 2017
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Frequently Asked Questions about Stesicorea Palace
Which popular attractions are close to Stesicorea Palace?
Nearby attractions include Chiesa di San Giuliano (0.4 km), Chiesa della Badia di Sant'Agata (0.5 km), and Piazza Università (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Stesicorea Palace?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and breakfast buffet.
Which room amenities are available at Stesicorea Palace?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Stesicorea Palace?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Stesicorea Palace?
Yes, street parking and valet parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Stesicorea Palace?
Conveniently located restaurants include Don Peppinu Catania, Chiosco Sicilia Seltz, and Calarittu.
Are pets allowed at Stesicorea Palace?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Stesicorea Palace?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Italian.
Are there any historical sites close to Stesicorea Palace?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Palazzo Biscari (0.6 km), Piazza del Duomo (0.5 km), and Castello Normanno (7.5 km).